[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 136 (Tuesday, October 16, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1701]
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                       HONORING MS. SYLVIA JONES

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 16, 2012

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
remarkable young woman, Ms. Sylvia Jones. Sylvia was raised in Belzoni, 
Mississippi, by her parents, Marvin and Timaka Jones.
  Sylvia has always strived for excellence. Her committed determination 
has earned her the Principal Scholar awards. Her high school grade 
point average is 3.70, putting her at the top of Humphreys County High 
School Class of 2012, and earning her the title of Valedictorian.
  Sylvia has worked hard and has been active in different sports and 
organizations since she was in elementary school. During her high 
school years, she played basketball and served as a leader among her 
peers. She also played, softball, tennis, and ran track, which led to 
many athletic awards including the Coach's Award, Best Offensive 
Player, member of the All-District team throughout the Delta, and named 
the #2 player in the Delta. Sylvia is a member of the Senior Beta Club, 
Student Council Association, and Students Making a Change (SMAC). In 
August 2012, Sylvia plans to attend Jackson State University and major 
in Mathematics.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Ms. Sylvia 
Jones for her determination and strive for excellence in education and 
leadership.

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